Each award presented on Presentation Evening reflects the dedication, growth and achievements of our students throughout the year. This page honours the excellence demonstrated across all areas of school life, and the values that underpin our community.
This is awarded to an outstanding educator who inspires a love of learning within students. (The recipient is nominated by students, parents and staff members.
Awarded to the student who has demonstrated herself in academic effort and Inclusive Education activities.
These scholarships are awarded to two students who have accepted a position to enter Year 7 the following year and whose mother or grandmother is a Mercedes College Alumna.
Awarded to one current student from each Mercy School who exemplifies the values of Compassion, Justice, Respect, Hospitality, Service and Courage through their leadership and everyday actions within their school and wider community.
This award recognises an individual, family, group or organisation for their outstanding contribution to Mercedes College. The recipient is passionate about their area of contribution and is generous in sharing their time and talents with the school community. (The recipient is nominated by students, parents and staff members.)
Awarded to the student who has distinguished herself in academic effort, cultural and sporting pursuits, leadership and service to Mercedes College.
Australian Defence Force Future also sponsor the Future Innovators Awards. The awards formally recognise those students who have demonstrated motivation and innovation in the areas of STEM and who display personal ethical values such as doing one’s best.
The Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards are sponsored by the Australian Defence Forces and aim to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, that are integral to Australian society.
The Women in STEM is a bursary awarded to secondary students studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects in Year 11 and 12 and continues to provide support should they obtain a tertiary qualification in a STEM related field. It also provides access to graduate programs, peer support and mentoring to successful recipients.
This scholarship is sponsored by Murdoch University and is awarded to a Year 12 student who demonstrates commendable leadership in Sustainability, or Equity, Diversity and Inclusions, or First Nations leadership.
Awarded to students for high achievement across Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Sciences.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
This award recognises a Year 7 student who embodies compassion through her everyday choices, reflecting the spirit of Mercy and contributing to a nurturing and respectful school and community environment.
Awarded to students for high achievement across Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Sciences.
Academic growth awards are to recognise students who have demonstrated the largest academic improvement across Mathematics, English, Social Sciences, Science and Religion between Semester 1 reports 2024 and Semester 1 reports 2025.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
This award recognises a Year 8 student who lives out the value of justice through her commitment to fairness and her courage to speak and act with conviction, reflecting the Mercy tradition of standing with others in solidarity.
Awarded to students for high achievement across Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Sciences.
Academic growth awards are to recognise students who have demonstrated the largest academic improvement across Mathematics, English, Social Sciences, Science and Religion between Semester 1 reports 2024 and Semester 1 reports 2025.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
This award recognises a Year 9 student who lives with integrity, showing courage to do what is right and staying true to her values, even in challenging situations. This reflects the Mercy tradition of authenticity and moral strength.
Awarded to students for high achievement across Religious Education, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Sciences.
Academic growth awards are to recognise students who have demonstrated the largest academic improvement across Mathematics, English, Social Sciences, Science and Religion between Semester 1 reports 2024 and Semester 1 reports 2025.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
This award recognises a Year 10 student who lives out the value of service through her actions, showing commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
This award recognises a Year 11 student who pursues excellence not only in achievement but in character, inspiring others through her commitment and integrity.
Awarded to students showing outstanding achievement meriting “A”s for 18 course units with no result less than a “C” grade in all Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority courses (ATAR or General) across Years 11 and 12.
Awarded to the Highest Achieving student with a minimum of 5 ATAR courses.
Awarded to the student who has achieved the highest predicted ATAR based on recent trial ATAR exams.
Awarded to the student who has demonstrated excellence in French as the highest performer in French: Second Language ATAR.
This peer nominated award is sponsored by the Mercedes College Alumni Association in recognition of the practical ways Mercy has been lived by a Year 12 student. It reflects development over time at the College in regard to living and embodying the Mercedes College Mercy values of Excellence, Compassion, Service, Integrity, Justice and Hope.
Awarded to students who have made an outstanding contribution to the College community in a number of areas during their years at Mercedes. These areas could include religious, cultural, academic or sporting activities, as well as community service involvement, leadership, peer support and role modelling.
This award recognises a student who exemplifies the heart of House life—bringing energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging to her peers. Her commitment to sisterhood and active participation strengthens the bonds within her House and contributes to a vibrant school community.
Awarded to the runner up to the Dux.
One subject prize is awarded to the top performer in each subject.
Awarded to students who have represented Mercedes in the highest number of sporting teams to an exceptional standard. Representation may be as a player and/or in a coaching role, with both roles contributing to the recognition of excellence.
The Vocational Education and Training Award recognises a student’s successful completion of a nationally recognised certificate qualification, strong achievement in Workplace Learning, and excellent results in courses of study.
This award recognises a Year 12 student who brings hope to the school community, encouraging others to look forward with confidence and compassion.
